#Sri Lanka
NPP-controlled Hikkaduwa Urban Council budget defeated for third time
The budget of the Hikkaduwa Urban Council, controlled by the ruling National People’s Power (NPP), was defeated for a third time on Thursday...
Press freedom under strain as Sri Lanka police target media
A journalists’ association has accused the government of attempting to suppress press freedom, raising concerns over an increasing use of police powers against...
Sri Lanka to host Asia Rugby Under-19 championship in 2026
Asia Rugby awarded the hosting rights to Sri Lanka Rugby, a move officials said reflects renewed confidence in the country’s rugby governance and...
Opposition alleges fraud in passage of Horana Urban Council’s revised 2026 budget
The joint opposition of the Horana Urban Council condemned the approval of the council’s revised 2026 budget, accusing the ruling party of pushing...
Container congestion persists at Colombo port despite high-level talks
Container congestion at the Port of Colombo remains unresolved despite a high-level meeting involving senior port, customs and government officials, with more than...
Mickey Arthur fires back: “Disappointed” by selector’s claims over Nissanka
Former Sri Lanka head coach Mickey Arthur has expressed his dismay over comments made by Chief Selector Pramodya Wickramasinghe, who last week claimed...
Sajith says India, China should work together to amplify Global South’s voice
Sri Lanka’s opposition leader Sajith Premadasa called on India and China to work together to strengthen the influence of the Global South, stating...
Floods cause Rs. 7.6 billion in losses to fisheries sector
Cyclone Ditwah related flooding has caused more than Rs. 7.6 billion in losses to the country’s fisheries sector, with aquaculture bearing the brunt...
